TDSB rules out return of armed police in school hallways amid rising student violence
The Toronto District School Board has ruled out the return of armed police to school hallways, even as it grapples with a rise in violent incidents amongst students.
That was made clear at a board meeting Wednesday night in which trustees discussed how to boost school safety and endorsed a plan that involves reaching deep into the community for help with what some are calling a crisis.
The TDSB’s 13-point action plan includes hiring more staff trained in de-escalation to work with youth, working with local groups to expand programming, creating an ad hoc team of experts, and growing partnerships with culturally responsive community organizations and faith-based groups.
Culturally responsive faith based basketball courts.
